Bathrooms combine water, electricity, slippery surfaces, and toxic products in a small space. Toilet locks, non-slip mats, medicine cabinet locks, and GFCI outlets are baseline requirements. The bathroom door should ideally have a childproof cover or stay locked when not in use.
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A latch that keeps the toilet lid closed so toddlers can't play in the water or fall in. A young child can drown in a toilet bowl. Adhesive-mounted or clamp-style locks are the most common options. They add a step to bathroom trips, but the trade-off is worth it.
Never leave a child alone in the bath, even in a bath seat. Drowning can happen in just an inch of water, and it's silent. Use a non-slip mat, a soft spout cover over the faucet, and keep the water temperature below 100 degrees F.
Water at 140 degrees F can cause a third-degree burn in 3 seconds. Set your water heater to 120 degrees F or lower. Anti-scald valves on faucets add another layer of protection. Always test bath water with your wrist or elbow before putting a child in.
Store all medications, including vitamins and supplements, in locked containers up high and out of reach. Child-resistant packaging isn't childproof. It just slows kids down. Use the dosing device that comes with the medication, not a kitchen spoon, and never call medicine "candy."